A boy of 12 was chased with a knife by teenagers in a North East park, before having his bike stolen, police said.
The alleged assault happened on Wednesday, June 18 between 7pm and 7.30pm in Summerhill Park, Hartlepool.
The boy was with a friend in the park when an older boy, thought to be about 14 or 15, barged into him.
The teenager then punched the boy and chased him with a butterfly knife before taking his bike and riding off on it.
Cleveland Police said: "We are appealing for information after teenagers have assaulted a 12-year-old boy in Summerhill Park, Hartlepool, before stealing his bike.
"The teenager was described as 14 or 15 years old, around 5’8” tall, skinny, with brown hair and wearing a light grey tracksuit. He was accompanied by a teenage girl."
Any witnesses are asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference SE25111480.
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